Brexit information
From 29th of April 2019 the Dutch government stopped sending the Brexit newsletters for British citizens in the Netherlands. Instead, the government launched a new webpage where you can find new developments regarding Brexit and how the Brexit affects you as a British expat in the Netherlands. The latest Brexit update concerns the approval of […]
Avoid Double Taxation
In order to avoid double taxation, the Netherlands and Belgium have entered into certain agreements which have been laid down in a tax treaty. These agreements will help you determine which country is entitled to levy taxes on your wages.
In focus: travel reimbursements
This month, WePayPeople expat desk are having a “transport month” and will be keeping you up to date with everything you need to know about getting around The Netherlands. If you want us to write a blog for you, please contact us below. The work cost regulations (werkkostenregeling) contain all rules relating to travel reimbursements […]
In focus: NBBU temporary workers’ collective agreement
What is the NBBU temporary workers’ collective agreement? The NBBU’s (Nederlands Bond van Bemiddelings- en Uitzendondernemingen) collective employment agreement for temporary workers is a joint effort from organisations. Who does the agreement affect? The agreement sets out requirements of both temporary workers and the employers of temporary workers. What does it specify for employment agencies […]
In focus: Driving in The Netherlands
Driving a foreign vehicle? If you are registered as a resident of The Netherlands, you are no longer permitted to drive a foreign registered vehicle on Dutch roads. The Netherlands has an import tax on vehicles being brought into the country, known as BPM (Belasting van Personenauto’s en Motorrijwielen), or the private motor vehicle and […]
In focus: Minimum wage 2013
The minimum wage in The Netherlands is reviewed twice per year. On the 1st January this year, the minimum wage was increased by 0.91%, with the second half of the year seeing an increase of 0.57% as of the 1st July 2013. Below you will find a table showing the minimum wages according to age and pay period. […]
In focus: SEPA FAQ’s
With the upcoming implementation of SEPA looming, we are getting a lot of queries relating to the new banking rules. Read our answers to the most popular below: What is SEPA? SEPA stands for the Single Euro Payments Area and is designed to simplify and streamline the national and international payments processes. Who is involved? […]